overnmental award

Awarded by national government to recognize achievements of public, national significance.

An award established and granted by central government authorities.



High-ranking state award for outstanding merits in building socialism, in political, economic, scientific, and cultural life, as well as in defending and serving the homeland, maintaining public order, promoting friendship among nations, and advancing social progress, awarded in several grades. Discontinued in 1991.



One of the four highest Hungarian state awards is the Hungarian Order of Merit, which is granted in various grades to individuals who perform exemplary activities in culture, science, art, or their own field, in order to advance Hungary’’s interests and promote universal human values.



The highest Hungarian state decoration for the cultivation and preservation of Hungarian culture.



Award of the Hungarian government for domestic and foreign individuals and organizations who, in order to enhance the reputation of Hungary and promote a realistic and modern image of the country, have carried out outstanding activities in public life, the economy, science, education, culture, media, and sports.



One of the four highest Hungarian state awards is the Hungarian Order of Merit, which is granted in various grades to individuals who perform exemplary activities in culture, science, art, or their own field, in order to advance Hungary’’s interests and promote universal human values.



Award granted to foreign citizens who have made invaluable contributions to promoting and disseminating Hungarian cultural values abroad and enriching cultural relations between Hungary and other nations.



The second-highest Hungarian state award, which may be granted to individuals who have made a special contribution to improving Hungarian public thought, science, and culture.



The top prize in the hierarchical system of art awards, granted to Kossuth Prize-winning artists over 65 who have created significant value in their artistic field. By law, no more than seventy artists may hold it simultaneously.



The highest state award, recognizing the most outstanding and exceptional merits in the interest of Hungary, distinguished life achievements, and significant contributions on an international level.